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San Diego State University Aztec Center

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Positive Features

  • Multiple ATM options
  • Campus organization that run food services is more intertwined with SDSU community – than a for-profit business
  • All leases generate income for the Center (utilities, CAM, and/or commissions)
  • This facility falls in line with campus architectural space.
  • Nice open-air
  • New floor plan/design adds good use for the site topography
  • Nice programming space in their “Mall” area between the Union and the Bookstore (at least 100 yards)
  • The directory desk is well positioned
  • C-stores and Bookstore are very good – and students seem happy
  • 12 bowling lanes
  • The cottage is an alternative location for programming
  • SGA/students is a real priority
  • Greek shop seemed nice
  • They have a marquee – and have for several years
  • Grab and Go food options are nice
  • Great rooms for Student Government – which runs the Aztec Center
  • Building leads to a central square surrounded by the Bookstore
  • Nice recycling program
  • Nice fluted column design
  • The ballroom is in a cathedral style – very nice
  • Aztec Shops provide $50,000 to the ASI President for student organization initiatives
  • Mural on walls would be nice at UH
  • Nice outdoor seating space
  • A student was Chair of the Project Team

Comparisons with UH and Concepts for UH

  • Similar to our Facilities, it has challenges because of design and technical aspects.
  • Nice landscaping
  • Bookstore (not in the Union at SDSU) was amazing (with two levels)
  • Very large and welcoming Information Center (that has a building function as well)
  • Larger courtyard than UH
  • Nice direct connection between the student organization offices/spaces and the games room
  • Close to where we are – nice to see their “planning” phase